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Autism Assessment Across the Spectrum

Autism Assessment Across the Spectrum

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Current diagnostic criteria for autism continue to be based on how autism looks in boys and men.

To make matters worse, it relies almost exclusively on observable behavior while many other conditions, such as depression and anxiety disorders, have included the personal experience of “felt perspective” of the individual being evaluated.

These traditional approaches contribute to the under identification of autistic people, especially in those who camouflage well including girls and women and those considered “high-functioning.” To improve recognition of autism, a paradigm shift is needed.

In this recorded session, view Drs. Aspy and Grossman, as they guide you through strategies for acknowledging personal experiences of autistic individuals and minimizing the impact of masking during the assessment process. You’ll learn how to effectively:

  • Assess functional skills in the areas of communication, social, sensory processing, and motor skills
  • Increase the recognition of autism in girls and women
  • Integrate the client’s personal perspective into the assessment process

This session incorporates core elements from their award-winning Ziggurat Model, a framework designed to meet underlying needs while capitalizing on strengths.

Here's What You'll Learn


Autism Imperfectly Defined
  • How the DSM and IDEA define autism
  • Adverse impact/Clinically significant impairment in functioning
  • Not a cookbook: A special note on Social (pragmatic) Communication Disorder
History of the Problem
  • Over fifty years of “If I don’t see it then it doesn’t count”
  • Relying on data from boys and men – creating the gender gap
  • Common myths of autism evaluation versus reality
  • Failure to recognize that experienced transdisciplinary teams using clinical judgment are the “gold standard”
Strategies Including Informal and Formal Instruments to:
  • Integrate the client’s personal perspective into the assessment process
  • Get beyond the mask and recognize canned language and scripting
  • Design an evaluation plan for assessing functional skills and support needs
  • Increase recognition of autism in girls and women
  • Revise current evaluations to integrate the client’s personal perspective into the assessment process

Everything You're Getting


  • More than 1 hour of video content
  • Up to 1.5 CE credits
  • Certificate of completion
  • Handouts and resources

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Meet Your Experts


Ruth Aspy, PhD

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Ruth Aspy, PhD, is a licensed psychologist specializing in transdisciplinary assessment and intervention for individuals on the spectrum. She is co-author of a comprehensive model of intervention, The Ziggurat Model, which earned the Literary Achievement Award from the Autism Society. Dr. Aspy has provided training and consultation throughout the United States and internationally. She serves on the Autism Society of America’s Panel of Professional Advisors. Her focus is on understanding the underlying characteristics of autistic individuals keeping their neurological/brain differences in mind. Dr. Aspy believes that kindness is at the heart of all good support strategies. She has an emphasis on working with females on the spectrum and with those individuals who have symptoms of catatonia.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Ruth Aspy has employment relationships with the Ziggurat Group and the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence. She receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Aspy receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Ruth Aspy is a member of the Autism Society of America Panel of Professional Advisors.

Barry Grossman, PhD

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Barry G. Grossman, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and author in private practice. He specializes in counseling and assessing individuals on the spectrum and has an emphasis on working with females on the spectrum. Dr. Grossman presents internationally and has provided state-wide training and consultation to improve autism assessment and intervention in the public schools. He has authored books, textbook chapters, and journal articles. Dr. Grossman, along with his co-author, Dr. Aspy, wrote The Ziggurat Model - a book on designing interventions for individuals on the autism spectrum. The Ziggurat Model, which earned the Literacy Achievement Award from the Autism Society, is being used successfully throughout the United States and internationally in countries including Japan, Greece, Canada, and Mexico. Dr. Grossman serves on the Autism Society’s Panel of Professional Advisors.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Barry Grossman is the co-owner of the Ziggurat Group. He receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Grossman receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Barry Grossman is a member of the American Psychological Association and the EMDR International Association. He serves on the Autism Society of America Panel of Professional Advisors.

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Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Product Code:
POS059381
Duration:
1 hour, 32 minutes
Copyright:
Apr 20, 2023
Closed Captions:
Available
Format:
Audio and Video

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